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$379,151$295 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $305,000 on Aug 18, 2023

20 ERNEST ST

SMITHFIELD, RI 02917
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,287 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$379K
$354K low$404K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$305,000 · Aug 18, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,107 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$331,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$303,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.24
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.141 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyPROVIDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Old County Road SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Smithfield High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Vincent J. Gallagher Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Smithfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02917These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,633
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.669 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,777
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,336
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

20 Ernest St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 79% of homes in Smithfield 02917
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Smithfield 02917
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Providence County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Smithfield 02917
  • Older than 84% of homes in Smithfield 02917

What homes are worth in Smithfield 02917

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$266K$1M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Smithfield 02917.

How it measures up in Smithfield 02917

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Smithfield 02917.

Estimated value$379,151
CheaperTypical $493,229Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$295
CheaperTypical $320Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,287 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,574 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 20 Ernest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithfield 02917Providence County
Estimated valuepricier than$379,15121% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29530% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,287 ft²34% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac15% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than194016% of homes39% of homes

About 20 Ernest St

How much is 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI is $379,151 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $354,247 to $404,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI last sell?

20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI last sold on Aug 18, 2023 for $305,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI?

20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,287 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI built?

20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI?

20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI is assigned to Old County Road School (elementary), rated B; Smithfield High School (high), rated B; Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Smithfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI compare to other homes in Smithfield 02917?

Among the 4,454 homes in Smithfield 02917, it is worth more than 21% of them ($379,151 against a typical $493,229), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($295 against a typical $320), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,287 ft² against a typical 1,574 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.61 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1940 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Providence County, it is worth more than 24% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Ernest St, Smithfield, RI was $4,107. The county assessed it at $331,500.

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